[Boy in yellow plays the Skoog and the camera pans up to show his face.]

[Guitar sounds are heard when Skoog is played]

[The word "musicplay" disappears.]

[Boy in yellow t-shirt interacting with the iPad screen adjusts the Skoog sensitivity]

[A single guitar strum is heard]

[Boy in yellow t-shirt plays a sequence of notes on Skoog while girl in orange t-shirt watches]

[Girl in orange t-shirt copies sequence of notes]

[Sound of a guitar is heard when Skoog is played]

[The words "universal design" appear onscreen]

[Boy in yellow t-shirt plays a sequence of notes on Skoog while girl in orange t-shirt watches]

[Girl in orange t-shirt copies sequence of notes]

[Sound of a guitar is heard when Skoog is played]

[The words "universal design" disappear]

[Boy in yellow t-shirt interacting with the iPad screen changes the instrument in garage band. iPad screen displays new instrument]

[A single guitar strum is heard]

[close up of Skoog being mounted on a suction mount]

[Sound of latch closing on mount]

[Boy in blue t-shirt, in wheelchair plays Skoog with hand.]

[The word "accessible" appear onscreen]

[Sound of organ plays when Skoog is played]

[The word "accessible" disappears]

[Boy in blue t-shirt plays a different side of Skoog.]

[The word "enabling" appears onscreen]

[Sound of organ is heard when Skoog is played]

[The word "enabling" disappears]

[Boy in yellow t-shirt interacting with the iPad screen choosing a track from iTunes library.]

[Track begins to play. strumming guitar riff is heard.]

[Boy in blue t-shirt in wheelchair smiling]

[Guitar track continues to play]

[Girl in blue t-shirt sits down to play Skoog]

[Guitar track continues to play]

[Close up of Girl in blue t-shirt's hands playing Skoog]

[Sound of synth is heard when Skoog is heard

[Guitar track continues to play]

[Girl in blue t-shirt continues to play Skoog, girl in orange t-shirt watches]

[The words "automatic key detection" appear onscreen]

[Sound of synth is heard when Skoog is played.]

[The words "automatic key detection" disappear.]

[Guitar track continues to play]

[Boy in yellow t-shirt can be seen watching girl in blue t-shirt playing Skoog.]

[Sound of synth is heard when Skoog is played.]

[Camera pans down to show girl in blue t-shirt's hands.]

[Guitar track continues to play]

[From left to right, girl in yellow t-shirt, girl in orange t-shirt, boy in yellow t-shirt and boy in blue t-shirt in wheel chair all appear on screen. Each has an arm outstretched playing the top of the Skoog.]

[Sound of synth is heard when Skoog is played.]

[Guitar track continues to play]

[Screen fades to white]

Introducing the wireless Skoog. Music for everyone.

[The Words "Skoog. Music for everyone" appear on Screen.]

[Guitar track continues fades out]

[Screen fades to white]

Overview

The Skoog device is an accessible, tactile cube that allows children with disabilities to explore creative opportunities available on iPad with GarageBand for iOS. Now anyone unable to play traditional instruments can join an orchestra or band and take part in a range of music-making activities. Skoog’s adjustable sensitivity and easy integration with GarageBand make it perfect for inclusive music activity.

Used together, Skoog and iPad expand the potential of music therapy for young children with cerebral palsy, autism, Down’s Syndrome, and other developmental delays by offering hands-on opportunities to create and control sound expressively. Skoog’s sensory-friendly tactile nature helps greatly in developing new skills and promoting physical interaction with technology. For instance, Skoog’s immediate sensory input can motivate young people with autism to explore iPad functions.

Skoog and GarageBand on iPad let students compose and perform their own music without the need for keyboard, guitar, or other traditional instrumental skills. They can poke, squeeze, and press Skoog and it provides physical stimulation and acoustic feedback that plays instruments on iPad. The automatic key-detection in the Skoog app also lets anyone “jam” along with favorite songs in their iTunes media library using the instrument sounds in GarageBand and other MIDI apps. Students can also use Swift to write their own code for configuring or controlling Skoog.

Skoog is lightweight and portable, making it easy to set up and use. It connects to your iPad via Bluetooth LE or to your Mac via USB and comes with its own free app (available from the App Store). Or you can use it as a controller for other MIDI-compatible music apps.

Highlights

Skoog connects wirelessly to iPad using the free Skoog app

Adjustable sensitivity

Integration with iTunes

Key detection

Lets you play GarageBand instruments using the dynamic touch interface

Plays the sounds of different instruments, using any CoreMIDI compatible apps

Tactile, intuitive, and robust

Underside works with a suction mount for securing it in easily accessible positions

Built-in guided access mode to hide on-screen menus and enable users to focus on playing

Suitable for MLD, SLD and PMD, children with global delay, genetic conditions, sensory impairments, or Autism

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Apple Recommends For

Learning, playing, or creating music using an accessible interface on your iPad or Mac.

What’s in the Box

Skoog 2.0 tactile music interface

Micro USB cable

Quick start guide

Tech Specs

Connections: USB, Wireless

Power Source: Battery power

Batteries: Rechargeable lithium-ion

Battery life: More than 10 hours of continuous play.

Charge Time: Approximately 3 hours.

Height: 5.91 in./15 cm

Length: 5.12 in./13 cm

Width: 5.12 in./13 cm

Weight: 1.3 lb./585 g

Manufacturer Information

Part Number

UPC or EAN No.: 712323921831

Warranty

Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple’s Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.

Skoogmusic is the iPad interface software for your Skoog 2.0 Bluetooth® SMART hardware controller. Skoogmusic connects to and configures your Skoog, assigns scales, instruments, sensitivity settings and backing tracks. Skoogmusic automatically selects the best notes for your Skoog so you can play along with any song in your iTunes library or with your Spotify premium account. Skoogmusic uses physi
cal modelling synthesis to generate instrument sounds based on input from the Skoog.

Skoog is a tactile, squashy foam cube that acts as a controller for our bespoke software running on your iPad. The sensor living at the heart of the Skoog detects how you squeeze and deform the foam - it's not just sensitive to how hard the Skoog is being touched, but where and how it's being touched. This unparalleled sensitivity means that the sensor translates your actions - the things you do to and with the cube - into meaningful musical sounds. It is uniquely expressive. This unique musical instrument can change the way you and your family can enjoy, create, and learn music - no matter what your skills, abilities, and musical talents. The universal design encourages expressive music making for children, parents, teachers, and musicians.

Skoog 2.0 Bluetooth® SMART hardware is available to buy online from Apple and in selected Apple retail stores.

For any questions or support issues, please get in touch with us as support@skoogmusic.com.…